Script: If religious organizations are allowed to endorse and donate to political candidates, they must give up their tax-exempt status and pay taxes like everyone else. This executive order is bad for America and violates our Constitution.

Action: Advocate for the dignity of all Americans.

Write: Sec. Ben Carson, HUD, 451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410.

Script: I am a tax-paying citizen who believes that all people deserve a home that is safe from invasion, elements, and pests, a home with heat and cooling, hot water, clean drinking water, and adequate space to gather, sleep, and prepare food. I am happy to see my tax dollar used to support cozy homes for Americans in need. Ben Carson’s shameful views offend me deeply.

Script: As a parent (or tax-paying community member), I oppose your plan to make school lunches less healthy. Your priority should be protecting the health of America’s youngest citizens, not the interests of corporate agriculture.

I believe in a government led by qualified, trustworthy representatives.

Script: Hi. I’m from _ZIP_ and am more concerned than ever about Trump’s ties to Russia. Is _NAME_ willing to join Republicans like John McCain and Darrell Issa and Democrats Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden in publicly supporting an independent investigation?

Script: Hi. I’m calling from _ZIP_ to request that _NAME_ support and cosign Senate Bill 953 which would make White House visitor logs public. I don’t trust our president and want more transparency. Will _NAME_ commit to cosigning this bill? (hat tip: POPVOX)

Script: Whether or not it’s polite to talk about 45’s intimate activities, Stephen Colbert’s jokes are still protected free speech under the US Constitution. Americans see clearly what is happening and won’t tolerate censure of Constitutional freedoms of press or speech because of a bruised ego.

Script: Hi. I’m a constituent from _ZIP_ and am aware the Senate will soon be editing the AHCA bill. I am happy for my tax dollar to support healthcare for myself and all Americans. Specifically, I want… (list). Thank you.

Script: Your idea that America should have universal health care is great. If you made that deal happen, the media would respect you, and all Americans would admire you. It’s a great system. Name, State.

Acts of Gratitude

Get out your stamps, postcards, and sparkle markers for some gratitude mail.

Thank Mike Pence for allowing Republican’s omnibus budget to continue support for Planned Parenthood. 70% of American families support and rely on this valuable organization. (My wording has been changed as Pence did not vote.)

Thank Rep. Tom MacArthur (R-NJ) for recognizing that Congress should have the same healthcare options as all other Americans, not special privileges. Proposing legislation that ensures equal treatment is good leadership.

Thank Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) for publicly condemning the ongoing persecution of gay men in Chechnya, and Russia’s tacit enabling of such abuses. Thank you for speaking up against tyranny and advocating for the voiceless.

Please take good care of yourself and get enough sleep. When we’re rested, we will win.

Good news

We opposed cultural appropriation and won. The Oregon Country Fair board had a change of heart, wrote a remarkable statement, and will not be raising the “story pole” in June. Thank you for advocating for respect of Native people, culture, and voices.

Congress’ continuation budget, good through September, retainsfunding to Planned Parenthood, the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and the National Endowment for the Arts. It does not fund 45’s wall.

About The Author

Jennifer is a writer of blogs and a teacher of social media for small business. As a Gen Xer, she's old enough to remember the Reagan 80s, but young enough to be comfortable using social media. In college, her first vote went to Bill Clinton. She wore a pantsuit when I voted for Hillary, and is proud to live in the great state Oregon, and of her Yankee heritage as a Connecticut native.